Six Home Technologies Worth the Investment

Today’s technological advancements have changed the way we operate in daily life, from driving, working, and play. New houses are becoming even smarter with the help of new innovative products and technologies being introduced. A small investment can make all the difference toward making your home a more comfortable and convenient place to be.

Thermostat

A thermostat is one of those things you rarely think about, but is very important in making your home comfortable. If saving money is on this year’s list of things to accomplish, then an advanced thermostat with smartphone capabilities is the way to go. A good quality one can substantially cut energy costs. There are several different types of thermostats on the market including:

Mechanical

Non-programmable

Programmable

Wireless

Smart

The ones to really focus on are the programmable, wireless, and smart varieties. Smart thermostats can be controlled from anywhere you are. Making it simple to turn down the heat while you’re away, or to turn on the fans before you get home.

Flood Detector

Smart water leak detectors are designed to prevent water damage and alert you to disasters like flooding. There are certain areas of the country that are prone to floods, but in-home flooding can be a problem anywhere. Good flood sensors buy you valuable time in noticing a leak, or removing appliances before water gets to them. Water is concentrated in bathrooms, laundry rooms, under kitchen sinks, and water heater closets. These are all susceptible to leakage.

Security Lights

Safety is a number one concern for new homeowners. One of the best ways to secure an area is to use plenty of security lights and keep dark corners and alley ways well-lit. Studies have shown that criminals avoid well-lit places. Outdoor motion sensor lights are one of the best ways to illuminate the exterior of the home. They are energy efficient, and can be installed in many different locations. Some even run on solar power, making this investment a smart save for your energy bills.

Smart Bulbs

Smart light bulbs are part of the tech revolution. They can be purchased to run off a hub, via Bluetooth, or through a Wi-Fi network. These bulbs are a great way to get extra security or add ambiance to any area of the home.

Coffee Maker

A Wi-Fi enabled coffee maker is a must have for early risers. It operates off a smartphone app and can be set from anywhere in the home. Convenience is the key to this technological marvel and can mean the difference in daily convivence for your schedule.

Robot Vacuums

Vacuuming is one of those tasks most of us try to avoid or procrastinate until the last minute. The new line of robot vacuums is changing the way people clean by vacuuming and mopping on their own. They can be set to automatically work at the same time each day even when no one is home. Just imagine coming home after a hard day to clean floors.

Modern technology has changed the way people live. Homeowners everywhere are designing their new homes with smart innovations. The fast-paced world slows down with the help of today’s home technologies.

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Eileen O'Shanassy is a freelance writer and blogger based out of Flagstaff, AZ. She writes on a variety of topics and loves to research and write. She enjoys baking, biking, and kayaking. Check out her Twitter @eileenoshanassy.

1 Comment

Great list, a coffee maker is definitely a worth-while investment that’ll make, making your cup of coffee in the morning, more convenient. You mentioned aWi-Fi enabled coffee maker, I really like the Smarter coffee maker.